Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320
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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 155g - 96 x 63 x 23mm
- Launched January 2012

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the TG-320 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S5200 was revealed 13 months later than the TG-320 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S5200 grades versus the TG-320 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Olympus TG-320. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Olympus TG-320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Olympus TG-320
S5200 | TG-320 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-320 over the Nikon S5200
TG-320 | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Olympus TG-320
S5200 | TG-320 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S5200 comes with external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-320 has measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S5200 and the TG-320.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5200 and TG-320 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5200 and TG-320.
As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S5200 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent S5200 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5200 vs Olympus TG-320 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Olympus TG-320 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Olympus TG-320 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.1 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 63 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photos | 150 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | LI-42B |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $0 |